Penguins prepare for 2026 NHL Draft with five total selections
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The 2026 NHL Draft is scheduled for June 26-27 in Buffalo, New York. The Pittsburgh Penguins will have five picks, including one first-round selection at 22nd overall, two second-round picks at 39th and 54th, a third-round pick at 86th, and a sixth-round pick at 170th, acquired from Nashville. The first round begins June 26 at 7 p.m. ET. Last year, the Penguins selected Ben Kindel and Will Horcoff, who contributed to the team’s roster. Following the draft, free agency opens on July 1.
- •2026 NHL Draft takes place June 26-27 in Buffalo.
- •Penguins have one first, two second, and one third-round picks.
- •First-round pick is 22nd overall.
- •Last year's first-round selection Ben Kindel made an immediate impact.
- •Free agency begins on July 1.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — What Picks Do Penguins Have In 2026 NHL Draft?
"The 2026 NHL Draft is set for June 26-27 in Buffalo.
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